New IFO Logo!

We are excited to announce the IFO has a new logo! While our previous logo clearly showed that we are located in Minnesota, it didn’t tell audiences what distinguishes the important work of our members, who we are, or what we do. A subcommittee of the Board set out to develop an image that shows people that we are a union of educators as well as symbolizes the strengths and mission of our membership. After numerous revisions, we have adopted a new logo that portrays these important aspects of our organization.       

Our new logo is more than just a visual change; it reflects our commitment to the expansion of knowledge through solidarity. We believe the image better identifies our core mission, vision, and values.

Here are a few key elements of the new logo:

1. Open Book: The open book represents the sharing of knowledge. 

2. Raised Fist: The raised fist is a long-standing symbol of solidarity used by unions and the labor movement for over 100 years. The fist also has a long history as a symbol of defiance, solidarity, and fighting oppression.  The fist makes clear that our pursuit of equity will ensure that our collective voice is an inclusive voice.

3. Flame: The flame or torch are well-known symbols of knowledge and education and represent our commitment to the expansion of knowledge. 

4. Color Scheme: The color scheme is meant to be distinct from any of the MinnState universities, create some continuity with our old logo and materials, but also feel fresh and new. 

Our new logo will help us stand out among other Minnesota statewide organizations and clearly demonstrate who we are and what we do. It will be gradually integrated into all our communications, documents, and platforms in the coming weeks. FA Presidents will bring the first rounds of pins, stickers, and signs with the new logo to your campuses in the coming weeks! 

Your feedback and thoughts are essential to us, and we would love to hear your opinions on this exciting change. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the IFO. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at advocacy@ifo.org. 

IFO Openings on MinnState Committees

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Faculty participation on MinnState statewide committees is vital to shared governance and ensuring faculty, coaches, and counselors' perspectives are included while decisions are made that impact our teaching and learning environment. 

The following committee opportunities are open to IFO members. If you are interested in serving, click here to apply. The IFO Board selects the members to fill open positions. Please direct any questions about the positions to IFO Academic Affairs Liaisons Sara Fier and Jenna Chernega. 

Now accepting applications for the following appointments:

Academic Affairs Council
3 needed
2-year term

Graduate Education Committee
1 needed
2-year term

Educational Development Committee
2 needed
3-year term

Transfer Governance Committee
3 needed
2-year term

Teacher Education Committee
1 undergraduate education needed
1 graduate education needed
2-year term

Student Affairs & Enrollment Management Committee
1 needed
2-year term

Assessment for Course Placement Committee
2 needed
2-year term

Equity & Inclusion Council
1 needed
2-year term

Technology Council
3 needed
2-year term

Learning Environment Committee
2 needed
3-year term

Textbook Affordability Committee
2 needed
2-year term

Academic & Student Affairs Policy Council
3 needed
1-year term

English Language Learners Workgroup
SMSU rep
St. Cloud rep
Moorhead rep
term: ad hoc